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Job Summary:The Associate Vice President, Major Gifts directs all aspects of high-level donor cultivation, stewardship and relationship management. Reporting to the VP, Chief Advancement Officer, the Associate Vice President, Major Gifts will lead, drive, and catalyze innovations to both maintain and develop United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona’s presence in major and legacy giving. This position will work in tandem with Annual Giving and is responsible for guiding staff in building relationships with current and potential Leadership Givers and Major Donors, raising the resources necessary to fund United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona programs and operations. All United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona (UWTSA) programs and strategies work toward eliminating racial, ethnic, and socio-economic disparities for an educated, thriving, and equitable community. United Way offers competitive wages and a generous benefits packet with employer contributions for full time employees including medical, dental, 401K, HRA, PTO, 13 paid holidays, and opportunities for educational and professional development. For more information about our organization, see <a href="http://www.unitedwaytucson.org" target="_blank">www.unitedwaytucson.org</a>.Salary - $80,000/annuallyResponsibilities:Leadership/Major Gifts Giving•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Meet and/or exceed Annual Campaign goals by cultivating, four, five and six figure gifts.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Direct, design, organize, and implement strategy to segment, prospect, cultivate, solicit to retain, and grow leadership and major givers. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provide Major Gifts initiatives and retention plan ($10,000 - $500,000) including the Tocqueville Society. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Responsible for the coordination of the Tocqueville Society, Committee and Events.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Work with Marketing to create Tocqueville Welcome packets and Tocqueville Acknowledgement Webpage. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and direct strategies to grow and retain leadership givers and increase funds from current members. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Successfully manage the Women United Affinity Group with support from the Director of Advancement to grow their membership numbers and increase fundraising dollars to UWTSA. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure Community Development reaches their financial goals by securing and developing existing and new corporate and foundation grants and individual giving. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop effective donor management and retention programs to increase the share of dollars directed to the United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona impact areas from current and new donors.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and maintain effective communication plan that keeps donors and prospects informed and involved with United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop sponsorships and provide support for events such as: &nbsp;the Annual Leadership Recognition Event; Leadership Giving presentations; planning and logistics of all Tocqueville Society events. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure that collateral materials and recognition programs are timely, effective, and appropriate. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provide training and information to the Annual Campaign team to assist in managing, soliciting, and recognizing leadership givers and prospects within their areas of responsibility and help to transition these donors from the annual workplace campaign. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Identify opportunities and develop programs to attract new leadership givers from segmented markets, taking the lead role with specific markets as assigned. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Work with Leadership Giving team to identify and develop Endowment and Planned Giving prospects.Philanthropic Funds (DAF’s)•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Direct, design, organize, and implement strategy to cultivate, solicit, and grow Philanthropic Funds. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provide superior customer relationship management. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop effective donor management programs to increase the share of dollars directed to United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona impact areas from current and new account holders.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and maintain effective communication plan that keeps account holders and prospects informed and involved with United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure that collateral materials and account holder recognition programs are timely, effective and appropriate. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Direct the administration of the Philanthropic Fund program by the Donor Relations Director to ensure proper customer service, including quarterly communications, and be knowledgeable regarding accounting and deployment of funds.Management and Administrative Functions•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Build and lead a diverse Leadership Giving team that enables the organization to succeed; Hire the right people; Demand high performance and results; Ensure staff’s work aligns with mission and strategy. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and implement strategic long-range plans for Leadership Giving team; track/report results. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Direct and manage employees, interns, consultants, and volunteers. &nbsp;Ensure staff work plans meet organizational goals and objectives. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Utilize volunteer’s skills and knowledge to call on assigned individuals and accounts to increase leadership giving. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Maintain donor and prospect records and current files. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Monitor and track campaign progress and provide analysis for forecasting and use by the RD Team, Campaign Cabinet and Board of Directors. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Coordinate with team timely planning and completion for necessary Campaign marketing strategies and materials to support success of annual goals and objectives. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Establish, monitor, and administer budget and expenses within budget requirements, including planning and managing budget line items for specific outcomes.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Counsel and assist staff in professional growth and development within United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona and the community. Conduct timely performance evaluations. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Perform duties in accordance with United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona policies and procedures such as managing/attending staff meetings, completing accurate and timely timesheets and expense reports. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Create, modify, and maintain routine and special letters, memos, and reports using word processing, database, spreadsheet and other software packages.Strategic Positioning•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cultivate relationships with public and private groups to present United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona’s vision, mission, services, and programs.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fulfill United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona goals of cost-effective fundraising and community building. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Is present and visible in the community and with partners, donors, volunteers, etc.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Engages, listens and understands community aspirations.Other Duties as AssignedQualifications, Skills and Abilities•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bachelor’s degree in business, communications or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Five to seven years of experience in resource development, donor relations or related field. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience and success in managing relationships and securing support from accounts and individuals. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Desire and ability to work in team- oriented work environment. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Demonstrated supervisory experience and ability to motivate and manage staff, donors, and volunteers. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to tactfully handle stressful situations, negotiate and resolve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and to respect and observe organizational protocol. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to motivate and manage donors, volunteers, and staff. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent written and verbal communication, public speaking, training, facilitation, administrative and interpersonal skills. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Event planning and management, accounting, budget development and management skills. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Computer skills including CRM, Windows-based software (Word and Excel), e-mail and calendar, and presentation software. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule and adjust it as required by changing activities. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Must possess a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, daily access to a reliable vehicle and able to lift up to 30 pounds. POLICY STATEMENTThe United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take action to ensure equal opportunity and all candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. &nbsp;

United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona

Associate Vice President, Major Gifts

President &amp; CEO 
Tucson, AZ 

 
United Way of Tucson &amp; Southern Arizona (UWTSA) responds to the community’s needs, 
transforms lives and brings long-lasting systemic change to the community by focusing on the 
underlying issues. The organization fights for education, financial wellness, equality and healthy 
communities for every person in Tucson and Southern Arizona. Its role as community convener 
enables it to serve more than 420,000 people each year by forming strategic partnerships, 
mobilizing the best resources and being the catalyst for needed, positive change. 
 
The next leader of the United Way of Tucson &amp; Southern Arizona (UWTSA) will be a community 
influencer and become part of a diverse, vibrant and progressive community that values 
philanthropy and social justice. The successful candidate will further improve and transform the 
communities of Southern Arizona by increasing assets, strengthening existing partnerships, 
creating new alliances and expanding grantmaking and community investment to meet critical 
needs. Founded over 100 years ago, UWTSA is viewed as a leading philanthropic institution in 
the region, serving as a hub for community change. 
 
The organization is excited to begin their next chapter with new leadership and re-introduce the 
United Way to the community. Following wonderful success over the past 15 years, they see this 
leadership transition as an opportunity for a new perspective and approach in addressing 
collective impact in the community. With the ever-evolving issues at the federal level regarding 
the immigrant population, investments in housing and engaging with local Native American and 
Hispanic populations, there are deep systemic issues the next President &amp; CEO will have the 
opportunity to address. 
 
The President &amp; CEO leads the growth, development and sustainability of the United Way of 
Tucson and Southern Arizona and the United Way Capital Corporation through the development 
of people, programs and the management of resources. The responsibility of the position is to 
achieve the purpose of the organization as reflected in the mission and vision statements 
adopted by the Board. 

The President &amp; CEO works in partnership with the Board of Directors and staff to provide 
leadership, vision and direction for the organization and develops organizational strategy. The 
Chief Executive leads Board approved policies, represents the organization in the community 
and manages the organization’s programs and operations, with approximately $15 million in 
revenue, a $2.7 million operating budget and 60+ full time staff. 


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United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona (UWTSA) seeks a leader who will bring people close 
to its mission and inspire others to help create a thriving Southern Arizona for all. 
 
Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in business administration, management or a closely 
related field and a minimum of 10 years’ experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization. 
Nonprofit management is preferred, with at least three years’ experience at an executive staff 
level. A combination of education and experience may be considered. 
 
The salary range for this position is between $300,000 and $325,000 and will be commensurate 
with experience. UWTSA offers a generous benefits packet with employer contributions for full 
time employees including medical, dental, 401K, HRA, PTO, 12 paid holidays and opportunities 
for educational and professional development. 
 
The United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. We 
champion diversity, equity and inclusion. We take action to ensure equal opportunity, and all 
candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual 
orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran 
status or any other legally protected status. 
 
To apply, please send a current resume and letter of introduction to Kittleman &amp; Associates, LLC 
at <a href="https://bit.ly/uwtsa" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/uwtsa</a> (click on the Apply button at the bottom of the page). For best 
consideration, please submit your materials by February 21, 2025. 
 
For more information, please visit <a href="https://unitedwaytucson.org/" target="_blank">https://unitedwaytucson.org/</a>. 

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President & CEO 

JOB DESCRIPTION:This is a full-time, grant-funded, non-exempt, administrative program support position for an organized, detail oriented, motivated, professional individual who can handle the requirements of multiple grants and budgets. This position reports to the Chief Impact Officer/Senior Vice President and will provide administrative program support for director working in the Community Impact areas.Wage: $20.00/hr.United Way offers competitive wages and a generous benefits packet with employer contributions for full time employees including medical, dental, 401K, HRA, PTO, 12 paid holidays, and opportunities for educational and professional development. &nbsp;For more information about our organization, see <a href="http://www.unitedwaytucson.org" target="_blank">www.unitedwaytucson.org</a>. RESPONSIBILITIES:General Office Support: •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develops, submits for approval, and processes purchase orders for multiple grants. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Processes invoices from multiple sources including vendors and subgrantees, checks them for accuracy, and submits them for appropriate approvals. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Takes accurate notes at meetings and prepares notes for distribution. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provides support for meetings, workshops, and events, including scheduling, printing out agendas, sign-in sheets, and other materials, sending out meeting reminders, and performs other tasks necessary to make these events successful. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Organizes all logistics for professional development opportunities and/or meetings for multiple programs including securing venues, creating registration pages on Constant Contact or Eventbrite, tracking registration, printing out sign-in sheets, and making copies of handouts. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Prepares, compiles, and sorts documents for data entry. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tracks program data for multiple grants using Excel spreadsheets and data systems, when appropriate. Compiles data and reports submitted by sub-grantees to help produce reports for funders. Verifies accuracy of data entry and corrects as necessary. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Orders supplies, equipment, materials, and food for meetings, grant activities, and events. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Creates, modifies, and maintains letters, memos, and reports using word processing, databases, spreadsheets and other software packages. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Distributes related programmatic materials to community agencies and individuals as directed. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Performs other duties as assigned.Administration and Marketing •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Participates in United Way sponsored activities to promote United Way and to secure resources (e.g., Days of Caring, Business Breakfast, First Focus on Kids meetings, professional development events, and other events). •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provides administrative support to various directors and managers as assigned and requested. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Supports Resource Development activities and special events as part of the yearly Campaign.Coordination/Customer Service •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Coordinates My Summer Library program, including communication with book vendor, volunteers, and other United Way staff for successful program delivery. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Assists with tracking and reporting for Dolly Parton Imagination Library and other programs as assigned. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provides excellent customer service as a component of all job duties. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with United Way staff at all levels, volunteers from diverse backgrounds, donors, community partners, independent contractors, and others. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provides front desk coverage when necessary and as assigned.Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Associate degree in business, office administration or related field and 3-4 years of administrative or program support experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education/experience will be considered. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including clear, concise, and grammatically accurate writing skills. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Demonstrated customer service, problem solving, time management, and organizational skills. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Internet browsers, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, and graphics software.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of United Way staff as well as diverse volunteers, donors, community partners, vendors and other constituents. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Demonstrated ability to tactfully handle stressful situations, maintain composure, negotiate and resolve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and respect, and observe organizational protocol. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to work non-traditional hours when needed. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability and willingness to take direction from multiple people and observe organizational policies and procedures.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to prioritize tasks based on various criteria. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to travel to work in a variety of locations throughout the metropolitan Tucson area and Pima County whenever required. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to lift 25 lbs. when required.POLICY STATEMENTThe United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take action to ensure equal opportunity, and all candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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